Pushing for the human exchange and interaction, Bend artist, Kristen Buwalda created “Speak Lightly” as she reflected upon society’s obsession with the light of the screen held in our hands. The permanent movement through world contained in the internet removes one from the moment, kindness no longer considered through instantaneous digital words, all attention is bound to the screen.

Standing to protect ourselves and those we love, the “Women of Power” exhibit reveals heroes and warriors in their element.